Director Aviation Safety and Security Regulation at Kenya Civil Aviation Authority

Job Description
Duties and responsibilities will entail:

• Developing/reviewing policies, procedures, standards and strategies for Aviation Safety and Security Regulation Operations;
• Interpreting and implementing Aviation Safety Standards and Regulations;
• Ensuring continuous quality, performance and surveillance on Aviation Safety and Security Regulation services;
• Incorporating appropriate safety standards and sound economic principles;
• Advising the Director- General on matters affecting aviation safety legislation and enforcement;
• Issuing Approvals, Authorizations, Certificates and Licences for air operators and personnel; preparing budget estimates and advising the management on manpower requirements;
• Initiating and participating in manpower development programs;
• Conducting continuous quality and performance surveillance on services provided;
• Preparing the Directorate’s annual work plans and accompanying budget, and monitoring and evaluation of the performance of the Directorate;
• Facilitating performance management and overall development of staff in the Directorate; and
• Supervising, guiding, and training and development of staff in the Directorate.

Person Specifications
For appointment to this grade, an officer must have at least:

• A minimum of fifteen (15) years’ work experience in Aviation field, five (5) of which must be in a senior management role.
• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Commerce, Economics, Business Administration, Civil Aviation Management, Statistics, Mathematics or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
•  OR
• Have an Airline Transport License with ratings of large commercial aircraft in Group 1 and at least 5,000 hours flying experience or An Air Traffic Controller’s License with 3 or more ratings, or Aircraft Maintenance
• Engineer’s License in any of the following categories.
• Category B1 (Category ‘A’ Aeroplanes and Category ‘C’ Engines); or
• Category B2 (Category ‘X’ - Electrical, Instruments, Automatic Pilot and R-Radio); and /or Category X-Compass Compensation and adjustment.
• Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Commerce, Economics, Business Administration, Aviation Management, Statistics, Mathematics or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution; have advanced
• professional qualifications in the field of Civil Aviation from a recognized institution. have good knowledge of ICAO Standards and Recommended Practices (SARPs) and proven experience in developing National Aviation Regulations and Procedures.
• ICAO accreditation or certification in any oversight field (Flight Safety, Safety Management, Aerodromes and Security, Air navigation) will be an added advantage.
• Certificate in Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution.
• Certificate in Leadership Course lasting not less than our (4) weeks from a recognized institution.
• Membership to a relevant professional body and in good standing.
• Have a clear understanding of the mandate of KCAA and the role of Aviation Safety and Regulation Function in realization of the same.
• Have demonstrated outstanding professional, managerial and leadership competence in aviation safety as reflected in work performance and results.
• Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.
• Proficiency in Computer Applications; and
• Fulfilled the provisions of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution.

Key Competencies and Skill

• Strong analytical skills;
• Communication skills;
• Strategic and innovative thinking;
• Strong interpersonal skills;
• Negotiation skills;
• Leadership Skills; and
• IT and Training skills